Diani Beach

Diani Beach is Kenya's most celebrated coastal destination, stretching 17 kilometers along the Indian Ocean south of Mombasa. Consistently rated among Africa's finest beaches, Diani features powder-white coral sand, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and swaying palm trees creating a tropical paradise perfect for post-safari relaxation.

The pristine coral reefs just offshore create a marine wonderland ideal for snorkeling and diving, with opportunities to encounter sea turtles, dolphins, rays, and hundreds of colorful fish species. The Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park, accessible by dhow boat trips, offers some of East Africa's best diving. The nearby Shimba Hills National Reserve provides opportunities to spot elephants and the rare sable antelope.

Diani offers the perfect blend of beach relaxation and activities. Visitors can kitesurf in consistent trade winds, take traditional dhow sailing trips, enjoy fresh seafood at beachfront restaurants, or simply unwind on pristine sands. The protected Colobus Conservation ensures sightings of endangered Angolan colobus monkeys in coastal forests. Whether diving coral gardens, kitesurfing azure waters, or relaxing in luxury beach resorts, Diani provides the ideal Indian Ocean complement to any Kenyan safari.

Highlights

• 17km of pristine white-sand beach
• World-class diving and snorkeling
• Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park
• Kitesurfing paradise
• Colobus monkey encounters

Things to Do

• Snorkeling and diving
• Kitesurfing
• Dhow sailing
• Dolphin watching
• Deep-sea fishing
• Shimba Hills day trips
• Beach relaxation

July to March for diving and beach activities; avoid April-May rainy season